This summer, spend time with the kids at a drive-in movie, bowling alley or mini-golf course in the Philadelphia, South Jersey & Delware areas: great locations for classic and old-fashioned family fun!

Families with kids with special needs have many opportunities to explore programming and entertainment at area attractions this spring. Local family venues offer special events this month in recognition of Autism Awareness, as well as ongoing programming for kids with sensory issues.

February is African American History Month, and many museums, historical sites and events in Philadelphia, Delaware and South Jersey offer exciting and educational ways to explore African American history with your family.

New attractions will make their debuts this summer at area amusement parks including Dutch Wonderland, Sesame Place, Morey's Piers, Clementon Park & Splash World, Dorney Park and Six Flags Great Adventure.

Physical and mental health impact one another and recently, there’s been a move to patient-centered pediatric care. For children experiencing anxiety, behavior problems or more significant mental disorders each year, timely access to a mental health professional can alleviate a serious issue.

As natural explorers, toddlers are injury magnets. A recent study found that childhood injuries peak at 15 to 17 months of age. To keep your fearless adventurer safe and sound, use these toddler-proofing tactics.

Increased use of tanning beds by teenagers has contributed to a sharp rise in melanoma rates in young people, often unaware of the long-term consequences of increased skin cancer risk and premature aging.

Parents worry about safety when they send their kids to camp. States vary in their laws and regulations regarding summer camp, so it’s important to ask these questions and get the answers you need for a safe summer camp experience.

Parents can feel confident when they select a summer camp program with accreditation from the American Camp Association because this distinction signals that a program has high standards in health, safety and program quality.

Learn to select just the right after-school enrichment activity to keep your child active and interested. Plus, a guide to after-school activities in Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania suburbs, South Jersey and Delaware.

Parents worry about safety when they send their kids to camp. States vary in their laws and regulations regarding summer camp, so it’s important to ask these questions and get the answers you need for a safe summer camp experience.

Parents can feel confident when they select a summer camp program with accreditation from the American Camp Association because this distinction signals that a program has high standards in health, safety and program quality.

Learn to select just the right after-school enrichment activity to keep your child active and interested. Plus, a guide to after-school activities in Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania suburbs, South Jersey and Delaware.

At-a-glance indexes enable parents to view pertinent regional school facts and compare schools by locations and type of education. These lists refer to In-Depth School Profiles for participating schools which include details on tuition, enrollment and upcoming open house dates. MetroKids' award-winning editorial, including stories on 21st Century School

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that once a child with special needs turns 16, her Individualized Education Program (IEP) must include a discussion about transition services.

Many parents don’t plan or know where, when and how to start saving for college. College provides years of discovery and growth but comes with a hefty price tag and annual tuition costs continue to rise.

Learn to select just the right after-school enrichment activity to keep your child active and interested. Plus, a guide to after-school activities in Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania suburbs, South Jersey and Delaware.

At-a-glance indexes enable parents to view pertinent regional school facts and compare schools by locations and type of education. These lists refer to In-Depth School Profiles for participating schools which include details on tuition, enrollment and upcoming open house dates. MetroKids' award-winning editorial, including stories on 21st Century School

Many parents don’t plan or know where, when and how to start saving for college. College provides years of discovery and growth but comes with a hefty price tag and annual tuition costs continue to rise.

Learn to select just the right after-school enrichment activity to keep your child active and interested. Plus, a guide to after-school activities in Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania suburbs, South Jersey and Delaware.

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that once a child with special needs turns 16, her Individualized Education Program (IEP) must include a discussion about transition services.

At-a-glance indexes enable parents to view pertinent regional school facts and compare schools by locations and type of education. These lists refer to In-Depth School Profiles for participating schools which include details on tuition, enrollment and upcoming open house dates. MetroKids' award-winning editorial, including stories on 21st Century School